In 2012, VAI published and circulated the Visual Artists Charter. The project sought to address the professional relationship between artists and those that they work with. The Artists Charter was in the form of a code of practice, commonly agreed upon, which adopted principles of good practice and demonstrated why and how they should be applied. The core aim of the project was to provide a set of practical and ethical guidelines for the conduct of business between visual artists and organisations.
There has been much change since 2012, and a series of Advocacy campaigns have successfully changed the environment within which artists live and work. For this reason, VAI today published The Visual Artists Bill of Rights. This clearly and unambiguously establishes fundamental protections, entitlements, and standards for artists working within Ireland and the European Union. This document enshrines the principles of fair pay, intellectual property rights, social protections, artistic freedom, workplace safety, and equitable access to opportunities. It aligns with EU Directives, Irish legislation, and Arts Council policies to ensure that artists are recognised as essential contributors to society and the economy.
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